Assault
Accused of Assault? You May Face Other Charges, Too
If you are accused of assault in Texas, additional charges might be filed, depending on the circumstances surrounding the alleged assault. The specific charges can vary based on factors such as the severity of the assault, the presence of weapons, the relationship between the parties involved, and whether certain aggravating factors are present. Here are…
Read MoreAssault On a Public Servant in Texas
In the state of Texas, assaults are taken seriously by the legal system, particularly when the victim is a public servant. Assault on a public servant is a severe offense that carries significant legal consequences. Assault on a public servant occurs when an individual intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly causes bodily injury to a public servant…
Read MoreWhy a Bar Fight Can Land You in Prison
It’s a common scene on television and in the movies. Two patrons get into a fight. In the old days of TV westerns, they might resolve their differences in a gunfight. Some shows and films would have a fight that escalated into involving everyone in the bar. A common scene shows one patron sliding completely…
Read MoreWhat Is Continuous Family Violence in Texas?
Domestic violence accusations are some of the most serious you can face. However, in some cases, a charge of domestic violence may be issued mistakenly or without sufficient proof. If you are facing a charge of continuous family violence in Texas, it is important to know what you are facing in the justice system and…
Read MoreWhat You Should Know if You Are Charged with Aggravated Assault
According to the Texas Department of Public Safety, there were 74,165 arrests for aggravated assaults in Texas in 2018. More people were arrested for aggravated assault than for murders, rapes, and robberies combined. In short, aggravated assault charges are among the most common charges levied by law enforcement. In Texas, aggravated assault charges are felony…
Read MoreAssault: A Closer Look at what Constitutes Assault
At the most basic level, assault constitutes an act of inflicting unwanted physical contact upon a person or the threat to commit such an act. While this represents the definition of assault, it is much more complex. Classes of Assault The first element that makes assault cases complex is the different classes of assault. Misdemeanor…
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